1996 Seat Toledo vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1996 Seat Toledo. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 475 kg more than 1996 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Seat Toledo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 BMW 3 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Toledo. (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Toledo. 2013 BMW 3 Series has automatic transmission and 1996 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 1996 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 3 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Seat Toledo | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Seat | BMW |
| Model | Toledo | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1395 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
